Our Review
First Drop Wines HQ is in the striking 'Home of the Brave' building on the southern edge of Nuriootpa in the Provenance Barossa precinct. John Retsas is the man behind the dynamic brand, with its striking wine labels and delicious wines sourced from vineyards across the Barossa, Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale. There is a heavy emphasis on the 'alternative' (appropriate) varieties with Italian and Portuguese grape varieties making their savoury and delicious presence felt; of course, shiraz, grenache, cabernet sauvignon and mataro also play a role, with a contemporary slant. Exports to the US, Canada, the UK, Bermuda, Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Latvia, Finland, Poland, Germany, Denmark, Ukraine, Singapore, Hong Kong, Greece, Norway, South Korea, Japan and NZ. -DAVE BROOKES
About
First Drop was born in 2004 with a desire to make wines to drink, not just appreciate. Since its inception, First Drop has been recognised and awarded for innovative winemaking and pushing the boundaries of packaging and promotion. Indeed, they led the revolution in wine packaging design in Australia, bringing personality and humour to the industry for the first time. Driven by the hugely popular ‘Mother’s Milk’ Barossa Shiraz and supported by a number of crowd-pleasing wines, the First Drop style has universal appeal. The reputation of the winery has been further reinforced by the consistent accolades bestowed across the range, including the ‘pinnacle wines’ – ‘Fat of the Land’ and ‘The Cream’ Barossa Valley Shiraz.
Specialities
Shiraz, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and a host of Italian and Portuguese varieties.
Cellar Door
Information
First Drop Wines Cellar Door & Tapas Bar at The Home of The Brave is housed within the walls of the striking 1930s-built distillery in the Provenance Barossa Precinct (previously the site of Penfold’s winery).
In keeping with the First Drop ethos of fun, food and flavour, the Cellar Door is the perfect place to experience one of the broadest tasting experiences in the Barossa, in a range of settings.
Hours
Wednesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm Sunday 11am to 4pm
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Food
Information
With an innovative mix of traditional and seasonal tapas, The Home of The Brave is the perfect spot for enjoying good wines, good times and serious fun with friends old and new.
Cuisine
Casual tapas
Hours
Wednesday to Sunday 12pm to 3pm
Details are correct at time of writing
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Stockist Information
Distribution Information
National distribution in all states and territories.
International Sales Information
Export to 22 countries, contact john@firstdropwines.com
Stockist
National
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
John Retsas, Kurt Northam |
| Established |
2004 |
| Dozens |
30 000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
N/A |
| Viticulturist |
N/A |
| Opening Hours |
Mon–Sat 10–4 |
| Address |
30–38 Barossa Valley Way, Nuriootpa, SA 5355
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| Telephone |
0488 299 233
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| Website |
www.firstdropwines.com
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